The work begins by examining the struggle for independence and the movement towards the very first constitution of the country the independence constitution of 1961. This law is the supreme law of the sovereign united republic of tanzania which governs the area of mainland tanzania and the whole area of zanzibar including its territorial waters. Repeal of the constitution of the united republic of tanzania, 1977. The 1977 constitution and its amendments prohibit discrimination against persons with disabilities. The constitution of the united republic of tanzania. Mwesiga baregu, tanzanias hesitant and disjointed constitutional reform process, paper presented to conference on constitutionmaking processes, july 2000 2. This constitution essentially confirmed the main principles of the republic and interim constitutions, i. Constitution of the united republic of tanzania last. The 1977 constitution rested on the three pillars namely imperial presidency, the twounion government and the one party state.
The 1977 constitution, with its subsequent amendments which will be discussed in the subsequent paragraphs, is the current constitution of tanzania nyanduga, 1985. Tanzanias national interest and the collapse of east. East african centre for constitutional development undated constitution 1977, articles 51 54. Constitution of the united republic of tanzania, macro and micro policies, strategies and programmes. Property, inheritance and land tenure 1 every person is entitled to own property, and has a right to the protection of his property held in accordance with the law.
Tanzania has adopted and implemented a number of laws, policies and standards pertaining to people with disabilities, including their right to productive and decent work, vocational training and basic services. Edition notes this edition of the constitution of the republic of tanzania, 1977, incorporates and consolidates all amendments made in the constitution since its enactment by the constituent assembly in 1977 up to the 30th june, 1995cover p. Later on we look at the process of constitution making after independence. This act may be cited as the interim constitution of tanzania amendment no. Archived from the original pdf on 22 december 2009. The constitution of chama cha mapinduzi ccm in tanzania. The constitution of the united republic of tanzania 1977 represents a contemporary approach in constitutionalising the doctrine of separation of powers. Tanzania united republic ofs constitution of 1977 with.
United republic of tanzania shall be performed under the auspices of the partyunited republic of tanzania, 2000. This edition of the constitution of the united republic of tanzania, 1997, incorporates and consolidates all amendments made in the constitution since its enactment by the constituent assembly in 1977 up to the 30th june, 1995. The constitution of the united republic of tanzania of. Wakuu, asalaam aleiykum ama baada ya salaam, kama kichwa cha post kinavyojieleza, naomba yeyote mwenye katiba ya tanzania ya. The enforcement of basic rights and freedoms and the state. This law is the supreme law of the sovereign united republic of tanzania which governs the area of mainland tanzania and the. United republic of tanzania 286 general provisions 104. Nov 15, 2019 the constitution of the united republic of tanzania as further amended fourth constitution 1977 today one month after ccm was founded, the permanent constitution was approved. A new permanent constitution for tanzania is adopted. Inclusion of people with disabilities in the united republic.
The constitution of the united republic of tanzania as further amended fourth constitution 1977today one month after ccm was founded, the permanent constitution was approved. Essentially, there is no strict separation of powers under the constitution of tanzania, both in principle and practice. Constitution of the united republic of tanzania 1977, as amended. The constitution of the united republic of tanzania of 1977. The enforcement of basic rights and freedoms and the state of. Centre for human rights, university of pretoria, south africa pdf as amended to 30061995 pdf as amended to 30061995 doc. The territories and regions of the united republic.
Constitution of tanzania wikimili, the free encyclopedia. United republic of tanzania the constitution of the united. United republic of tanzania the constitution of the. Table of contents chapter i the united republic, the party and the people part 1 the united republic and the party section title 1. Katiba ya jamhuri ya muungano wa tanzania, ya mwaka 1977.
Tanzanias constitutional reform predicament and the survival. That the referendum on the new constitution be held in 2016 after the 2015 general elections. Do not forget to turn on notification so you are always up to date. Tanzanian affairs tanzanias constitutional amendments. Uganda and tanzania, tanzania reacted by shifting southwards for better trade relations. Katiba ya jamhuri ya muungano wa tanzania, ya mwaka 1977 in. Article 14 states that every person has the right to live and to the protection of his life by the society in accordance with the law, which may be interpreted to mean that tanzanians are entitled to a healthy. The constitution of the united republic of tanzania 1977 makes it mandatory to protect human health of each citizen in tanzania.
Mar 12, 2015 the constitution of the united republic of tanzania was enacted by the constituent assembly ca april 25, 1977 and promulgated april 26, 1977. Currently, the 1977 constitution of tanzania prohibits genderbased discrimination but the countrys legislation has yet to be adjusted to support this principle. The government of zanzibar adopts a new constitution supporting the national constitution. The basic law katiba in swahili has been the subject of persistent controversy and contestation since the creation of the united republic of tanzania in 1964.
The constitution of the united republic of tanzania as further amended fourth constitution 1977 today one month after ccm was founded, the permanent constitution was approved. This constitution is the constitution of zanzibar and shall have the force of law throughout the country save for provisions of article 80 if any legislation is found to be in conflict with this constitution this constitution shall prevail and that law shall be null and void to that extent that conflicts with this constitution. The constitution of the united republic of tanzania, 1977. That amendment had to be made to the 1977 union constitution to facilitate the conduct of free and fair elections. Follow and subscribe to our youtube channel for updates on daily basis. Wakuu, asalaam aleiykum ama baada ya salaam, kama kichwa cha post kinavyojieleza, naomba yeyote mwenye katiba ya tanzania ya 1977 anisaidie. But importantly was the birth of a single party in the country chama cha mapinduzi. On the 40 th anniversary of the adoption of tanzanias first permanent constitution, nick branson points to where this distinctive document shows significant signs of strain. This model is unique in the african context, where several other states have established federations. The interim constitution was repealed and replaced by the constitution of tanzania 1977. Tanzanias 1977 constitution katiba in swahili provides for a dual government structure. This revised edition of the constitution of the united republic of tanzania incorporates and consolidates all amendments made therein by the constituent.
This revised edition of the constitution of the united republic of tanzania incorporates and consolidates all amendments made therein by the constituent assembly in. Tanu and afro shirazi party merged to form chama cha mapinduzi ccm. Constitution came into force on april 25, 1977 and established oneparty state. Constitution of the united republic of tanzania 1977, as. The last amendment to the 1977 constitution was in 2005. In 1977, the government adopted the permanent constitution of the united republic of tanzania, 1977, consolidating changes that had been undertaken. In the aftermath of the merger of the political parties in tanzania mainland and zanzibar, which led eventually to the formation of chama cha mapinduzi in 1977, the political structure was again reflected in the 1977 constitution of the united republic. Title, commencement and application of this constitution. Table notes east african centre for constitutional development undated. The constitution of the united republic of tanzania urbanlex. Constitution of zanzibar 1984, including amendments up until 2002 constitution of zanzibar 1984, articles 26, 283 constitution of zanzibar 1984, articles 26, 39, 41the constitution was amended after a referendum in july 2010 to give effect.
This paper examines the role played by the people in the constitution making process in tanzania. The constitution of 1977 was seriously amended in 1985 by law no. Enacted by the parliament of the united republic of tanzania. Under the 1977 constitution, the head of state and head of government of tanzania is the president s. This is a public webbased database on constituion making and constitutionalism in tanzania and other jurisdictions. Republic is to hear and give a conciliatory decision over a matter referred to it concerning the interpretation of this constitution where such interpretation or its application is in dispute between the government of the united republic and the revolutionary. Click the button below to access bench books, and sometimes you might be asked to provide the. Tanzania adopted the independence constitution of tanzania. The constitution of the united republic of tanzania, 1977 cap.
Chapter one part ii of this document contains the fundamental. When tanzanias trade became costly and unworthy in east africa then the collapse of eac became inevitable in 1977. Chenge 1 novemba, 2000 mwanasheria mkuu 2000 kimepigwa chapa na mpigachapa wa serikali dar es salaam tanzania. Constitution of the united republic of tanzania 1977, as amended to 2005. Introduction the citizen2 has been recently reporting on the recommendations made for change in the constitution and other laws by a committee that was appointed by the speaker. This revised edition of the constitution of the united republic of tanzania incorporates and consolidates all amendments made therein by the constituent assembly in 1977 up to the 14th amendment of 2005 and. Despite being presented at the outset with a seemingly unsustainable constitutional settlement, a strong executive has repeatedly deferred and obstructed a radical overhaul of the. On the 40 th anniversary of the adoption of tanzanias first permanent constitution, nick branson points to where this distinctive document shows significant signs of strain tanzanias 1977 constitution katiba in swahili provides for a dual government structure. Inclusion of people with disabilities in the united. The object of this constitution is to facilitate the building of the united republic as a nation of equal and free individuals enjoying freedom, justice, fraternity and concord, through the pursuit of the policy of socialism and self reliance which emphasizes the application of socialist principles while taking into account the conditions prevailing in the united republic. Tanzania country constitutional profile constitutionnet.
The constitution of tanzania, formally constitution of the united republic of tanzania and also known as permanent constitution or fourth constitution of tanzania, was ratified in 1977. Africa studies centre undated constitution 1977, articles 33, 381, 40, 416, 54. Tanzania united republic ofs constitution of 1977 with amendments through 2005. This constitution is the constitution of the republic of kenya. The fifth constitutional amendment as an exception to the rule. In general, legal protection for women remains limited, in part because tanzanias judicial authorities take into account both customary and islamic laws, 3. This is a list of the federal institutions of tanzania legislative branch. Aug 10, 2010 edition notes this edition of the constitution of the republic of tanzania, 1977, incorporates and consolidates all amendments made in the constitution since its enactment by the constituent assembly in 1977 up to the 30th june, 1995cover p. Constitution online centre for human rights, university of pretoria, south africa pdf as amended to 30061995 doc. Chapter one part ii of this document contains the fundamental objectives and directive principles of state policy. The government amended the 1977 constitution in 2000 and 2004 among other things, to increase womens participation in the national parliament and local authorities.
Constitution of the united republic of tanzania 1977, as amended to 2005 english. Table notes constitution of the united republic of tanzania 1977, article 42 and the first schedule matthews 2002, 10291033. Looking at the process and the brief analysis between the second draft and the proposed constitution brief history the constitution of the united republic of tanzania was enacted by the constituent assembly ca april 25, 1977 and pro. Inconsequential constitutional amendments have been referred to as patches or vira. November, 1967 an act to amend the interim constitution of tanzania, 1965 2nd march, 19681 enacted by the parliament of the united republic of tanzania. Schedule of cases to be heard by the courts on the following days. This model is unique in the african context, where several other.